And if you don't have hand tools yet then I suggest buying a full six point socket set versus a 12 point socket set. Six point sockets will save you from stripping stubborn nuts and bolts.

 

I know they're not tools, per se... But a good jack and set of stands are always on the top of my list.

EDIT: And wheel chocks

 

Yes definitely, a good set of over rated stands and jack are Key.

 

all great tools guys. jackstands would have saved a friends life a few years ago when he was working on his truck.

a few simple things

telescoping mirror that angles and a telescoping magnet cause we all drop ****

tq wrench

i cut up some 2x12" lumber to drive onto cause some cars are too low to even get a lo pro js\ack under

 

Good call on the telescoping magnet.
I dropped one of the long battery hold downs way down where I could barely even see it. No way I would have gotten it out.

I use wood boards and Rhino Ramps, then jackstands for clearance, cause I am 'Big'.
I have to back up for my stock lip to clear.

 

i always had a hell of a time getting my 8 on a lift cause its low and aero pkg.

btw usefull tools are a lift and a brother that owns his own shop with about 400k worth of tools lol

 

I use these. My car is very low and this lifts it enough to get my 3 ton low profile jack under it.

 

Yeah tools on engine disassembly/assembly would be cool to discuss. Outside of the precision measuring tools needed, the flywheel stop and rotary specific engine stand are a must. I am curious to see what else you use, such as if you use a jig to cut side seals, etc.

 

I'm interested. Some of my favorite tools are simple but useful hand tools, like the wobble extensions I referenced earlier.
I have different lengths in 3/8" & 1/4" drive, I use them a lot.
A good 1/4" drive metric socket set comes in handy also.

 

Yeah, use 1/4" on all the M6 bolts when I can. I didn't get the nickname "torque wrench special" for no reason, You can never have too many extensions of every type.

 

Let's talk wiring, I have learned that quality tools make a huge difference in this area. I prefer Klein brand because that is what the local electrical supply place stocks and they have worked well over the years.



I also have a set of these that work great as stripper/crimper but they are not good for tight spaces if you are working under the dash, etc.





And I have a trusty plier set from dewalt that includes a nice pair of dikes.





A buddy of mine also just bought me a set of nice longer high quality needle nose and lineman's pliers. I can't recall the brand though but good pliers make a difference.

 

I finally found this thread. I guess my old tool thread died. Lately I have been a fan of german made tools. All my screwdrivers are whia/wira and I'm slowly replacing my cobalt pliers with Knipex. I hate the "comfort grip" handles and prefer more of a dipped handle. I also just restored a few older tools and will post pics later.

Also if you guys have not started using these yet you are suckers or bought very large tubes of the stuff years ago.

 

Do you have a link?
I tried a search before starting this to see if one already existed and didn't see it.
Sorry.
*edit* I tried again and found a different one from '08.
I must have overlooked it.

 

im the same way 9k, my brother tells me i have a built in tq wrench in my right arm. tighten it till it snaps and back it off a 1/4 turn lol. on that note, stud extractor/easy out

 

Damn. That's what she said...

 

It's all good. I'm just happy to see one active.

 

Just stumbled across this this morning. Some good info.

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